part time phd guidelines

A comprehensive guide to part-time PhDs

Doing a PhD part-time can be an attractive option for many reasons. However, part-time PhDs are less common than full-time ones, and there tends to be a lack of information on this option. This guide to part-time PhDs answers the most common questions that prospective part-time PhD candidates have.

The difference between a part-time and a full-time PhD

A part-time PhD carries fewer hours per week than full-time employment.

Some universities have minimum requirements for part-time PhDs, for example, a minimum of 20 hours/week. Others, however, are more flexible. They allow part-time PhD candidates to spend anything between a few hours to several days per week on their part-time PhD studies.

The degree that is awarded upon successful completion of a part-time PhD is the same as those being awarded for completing full-time programmes.

Most degree certificates don’t even mention that a PhD was pursued on a part-time basis. There is no reason to worry that a part-time PhD degree may be perceived as worth less than a full-time one.

How much work is a part-time PhD?

Part-time PhD students may be more inclined to work during evenings and weekends.

Other responsibilities during the ‘normal’ working hours result in less attention to PhD-related work. And sometimes, PhD work requires several hours of uninterrupted deep work.

How long does it take to do a PhD part-time?

In most cases, a part-time PhD takes longer than a full-time PhD. A general rule of thumb is that the fewer hours someone spends on a PhD per week, the longer it takes to complete it.

Other universities adapt to the specific circumstances of individual PhD candidates. They may allow someone to finish a part-time PhD in three years as long as all requirements are met. But they may also be okay with a part-time candidate who spends a decade on his or her PhD studies.

Where is it possible to do a PhD part-time?

There are plenty of opportunities to do a PhD part-time, but the specific opportunities and arrangements depend very much on individual universities.

There are also differences in national contexts. In some countries, for instance, in Germany, part-time PhD studies are often the norm. In Germany, many paid positions exist that encompass 60% of a full-time equivalent: time during which a PhD student is required to work in a lab or assist a professor. In the remaining 40% of the time, which is unpaid, a PhD student is expected to work on a dissertation.

Benefits of a part-time PhD

Disadvantages of a part-time phds.

There are also disadvantages and challenges in part-time PhDs. Some of the most common disadvantages of doing a PhD part-time are:

Is it worth doing a part-time PhD?

Some people embark on a PhD part-time to progress in their career. Some people hope for a financial reward after completing a PhD part-time. Some people intend to change careers and use a part-time PhD to start the process while still earning money in a different job. Some people look for a challenge and embark on a part-time PhD for self-fulfilment. Some people have no other option but to do a PhD part-time.

Skills necessary for completing a PhD part-time

Completing a PhD part-time requires several skills. These skills can be learnt. However, a complete lack of these skills at the start of a part-time PhD will make the trajectory much more challenging.

First of all, part-time PhDs benefit from a high degree of self-discipline.

Next, the ability to multi-task and keep a cool head in stressful situations is a big advantage for those who embark on a part-time PhD.

Stressing out easily and feeling easily overwhelmed with many tasks and deadlines, on the other hand, is counterproductive in a part-time PhD.

Part-time PhD students tend to wear many different hats. They need to be able to switch between different roles and juggle lots of different tasks and responsibilities.

Additionally, not everything will work according to plan. Part-time PhD students have to accept that things do not always work out as expected and have to quickly adapt to new situations.

Conditions for success in a part-time PhD

As in any PhD, regardless of whether full- or part-time, a PhD student spends many waking hours on the topic. If the topic is not interesting to the PhD student, and he or she is not passionate about it, motivation to work on it will inevitably decrease over time.

Probably even more important than the institutional environment is a good relationship between the part-time PhD student and PhD supervisors.

Pulling off a part-time PhD without all parties approving, or even knowing about it, can create a lot of problems along the way.

Online part-time PhD programmes

Proponents of these online programmes highlight how they can help to create a more level playing field . It allows PhD candidates, for instance, to live in a low-cost living area, while following a PhD at a prestigious university in a high-cost of living area.

Ten questions to ask yourself before embarking on a part-time PhD

If you consider embarking on a part-time PhD, your decision can be supported by asking (yourself) the following questions:

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UGC regulations for part time PhD

According to the UGC PhD Regulations 2022 , Ph.D. programmes through part-time mode are valid and permitted, provided all the conditions stipulated in the Regulations are fulfilled.

Anyone who is doing a job can pursue a part-time PhD. The Higher Educational Institution concerned shall obtain a “No Objection Certificate” through the candidate for a part-time Ph.D. programme from the appropriate authority in the organization where the candidate is employed, clearly stating that:

The candidate is permitted to pursue studies on a part-time basis.
His/her official duties permit him/her to devote sufficient time to research.
If required, he/she will be relieved from the duty to complete the coursework.

Note : No Higher Educational Institution or research institution in India shall conduct Ph.D. programmes through distance and/or online mode.

How to start a Ph.D. research program in India?

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UGC Clarification on Part-Time and Full Time PhD

According to the UGC, the PhD must be in regular mode. PhD. degrees that are pursued either full-time or part-time will be treated as degrees awarded through Regular Mode.

However, the PhD. acquired under distance mode is not permitted.

Part-time PhD also allows the scholar to do the job along with the PhD. In a Full-time PhD, researchers have to embark full-time on the PhD.

Clarifaction regarding regular PhD, Part Time PhD, and Full Time PhD

UGC guidelines for the award of Ph.D.

Yes, a part-time PhD in India is valid and the candidate holding PhD either full-time or part-time is eligible for the Assistant Professor post.

UGC allows part-time PhD to govt servants, does away with distant mode research

Now publishing two papers in refereed research journals before the final phd thesis also not mandatory.

University Grants Commission (UGC) has made important changes in the rules pertaining to doctoral research being conducted by universities and research institutes across the country. From conducting viva to number of publications required prior to submitting the thesis, the UGC has made important changes in its policy, say Allahabad University (AU) officials aware of the move.

Earlier government servants or teachers had to take study leave to do doctoral research (For Representation)

In the most important change as per the notification released by UGC on November 7, now the employees or teachers serving anywhere will be able to do part-time PhD. Earlier government servants or teachers had to take sabbatical or study leave from their department to do research, they added.

Likewise, in another change pertaining to number of examiners for a PhD thesis, the present practice is to have three examiners for thesis evaluation, including the guide of the research scholar and two external examiners. Normally, the external examiners were one from the research scholar’s own state and the other from another state.

Now, the UGC has set the norm for one examiner being from outside the parent institution or university and the other being an eminent academician from abroad, officials say. Yet another change is that research work, done through online or distant mode, will not be recognised by UGC.

Likewise, permanent teachers who have three years left in their retirement also now cannot enrol a student for research but they can guide the PhD scholar as a co-guide but that too till they attain the age of 70.

Another important change is that before submitting the first thesis, presently the researcher has to get at least two papers published in the refereed research journals but now the PhD scholars will be exempted from the same. “The requirement of publication of two papers during the course of research has been done away with”, said dean (research and development), Allahabad University, prof SI Rizvi.

Apart from this, once a thesis is submitted, universities will have to conduct the viva within a maximum period of six months. Earlier, after submitting the thesis, students used to make rounds of teachers and departments for viva-voce. Now the PhD will be of at least three years including six months of course work. The maximum duration for completion of PhD will be six years.

“These are extremely important changes made by the UGC which have been taken in the larger interest of the research scholars and also to improve the quality of research. Along with this, employed individuals will get a big relief as they can also do PhD,” says prof Rizvi. Another special feature is that earlier the oral examination or viva of the research scholar was conducted only in offline mode. UGC had given exemption of online viva during the Covid period.

“Now the commission has decided that it is not mandatory to conduct physical face-to-face viva. If the student or guide wants, viva can be done online,” prof Rizvi added.

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Minimum Qualifications for admission to Part-time and Sponsored (full-time) PhD Programmes

The following eligibility conditions apply for the Part-time and sponsored full-time programmes.

Only employees of Public Sector Undertakings or Government Departments or Research and Development Organizations or Private Industries (approved by Faculty Boards) are eligible for admission to these programmes.

The minimum full-time experience required after obtaining the qualifying degree and as on date of registration, is given below in Table 2:


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M.E./M.Tech./M.S.(R)/M.D. or Equivalent	Nil
B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc./M.A./M.B.A./MBBS or equivalent, from CFTIs/Central Universities	1 Year
B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc./M.A./M.B.A./MBBS or equivalent, and working in IIT Delhi* (Project or Regular)* Through proper channel	1 Year
B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc./M.A./MBA/MBBS or equivalent, from institutions other than CFTIs/Central Universities	2 Years

Minimum qualification for these candidates is the same as for full-time candidates, except that the requirement of qualifying in a national examination is waived.

For part-time candidates from outside NCR (or at a radial distance of more than 50 km from IIT Delhi), there is a minimum residency requirement of 6 months. DRC/CRC/SRC may specify a higher residency requirement based on the courses recommended as well as the background.

Sponsored (full-time) candidates seeking admission to a Ph.D. programme on the basis of study leave, must submit a “Sponsorship Certificate” on a proper letter head from the appropriate authority in the organization clearly stating the following:

Part-time candidates are required to submit a “No Objection Certificate” (NOC) on a proper letter head from the appropriate authority in the organization clearly stating the following:

he/she will be fully relieved from duty and permitted to reside at the Institute for the period of required residency that is essential for completing the course work (this is not a requirement for candidates who are working in NCR or organizations located within a distance of 50 km from the Institute);

that his/her official duties permit him/her to attend required classes as per the Time Table of IIT Delhi;

that his/her official duties permit him/her to devote sufficient time for research;

facilities for research in the candidate’s field of research are available at the candidate’s place of work, in case the proposed Ph. D. research plan requires him/her to use these facilities when the candidate is physically present at this place of work.

Template of this NOC is available on the IIT Delhi PG admissions website. Kindly note that lack of confirmation and clarity on one or more of the above points in the NOC may make prevent the applicant’s application being processed, even if he/she qualify in the interview/screening.

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Effective April 2024

In the rare conditions, where we do permit admission of part-time PhD students, the following rules should apply:

i. Deans (or their designate) will review and approve requests for part-time PhD enrollment, and requests must be made on behalf of students by the given PhD program;

ii. Requests approved by school/college deans must be reviewed and approved by the Associate Provost for Graduate Affairs;

iii. Requests for part-time PhD enrollment must provide a cogent justification, explaining why part-time enrollment is appropriate for the given student, a detailed timeline with appropriate milestones for the part-time status to continue, and how part-time enrollment will not harm the culture or character or completion of the PhD program;

iv. Students enrolled in PhD programs part-time during the period in which a student is pre-dissertation status need to take a lower course load, however defined by their program, than that expected of full-time students;

v. Part-time students doing dissertation research and writing must be registered for continuing study (part/certified full in the technical parlance) and are responsible for continuing study fees;

vi. Part-time PhD students will not receive stipend support, tuition remission, or health insurance or fee coverage from Boston University (including through federal grants received by BU principal investigators);

vii. Students near completion of their dissertations may, with approval as outlined above, be part-time for up to two terms, if they are not receiving stipend support;

viii. Students may be part-time during the first year after the birth of a child or the adoption of a child; however, (vi) above will apply;

ix. Student dissertation research must be consistent with existing policy on Dissertation Work Outside of Boston University ;

x. Student dissertation research must be consistent with academic norms of academic freedom, openness, and transparency;

xi. Enrolled part-time PhD students on the Charles River Campus will count against a program’s PhD slot allocation;

xii. This policy is not intended to prohibit or restrict program- and advisor-approved internships or other relationships consistent with a student’s professional development.

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Part-time PhD: Admission Process, Fees, Courses, Job and Salary 2024

Waqar Niyazi

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The Part-Time PhD program has been designed to cater to the scholarly needs of the students who are doing full-time employment. The program is intended to prepare the participants for research and teaching positions both within and outside academia. To be eligible for undertaking the study of Part-Time PhD programs, candidates must be qualified graduates in the related subject. The candidates who have passed the postgraduate level course are also eligible for this extensive study.

Part-Time PhD is available in various colleges such as IIT, or JNU and other top Universities in India. The average fee for Part Time PhD is around INR 2,00,000 to INR 7,00,000. Admission to the Part-Time PhD program is based on merit and an entrance test followed by an interview conducted by the various Universities.

Part Time PhD: FAQs

Ugc guidelines for part-time phd.

Part-time PhD courses were introduced by the University Grants Commission for working professionals who cannot afford to take long leaves for research purposes. The UGC guidelines as proposed by Chairman M. Jagadesh Kumar clearly state that

The eligibility conditions and assessment of part-time PhD students remain the same.
Candidates will have to bring a “No Objection Certificate” from their employer stating that the candidate will be given sufficient time to do their research and that the workplace will establish facilities that will aid the candidate in his doctoral research.
Candidates will also have to attend at least 6 months of course-work full-time.
Candidates will be guided by a supervisor who will be an Associate Professor/Professor who has at least five research publications in peer-reviewed or refereed journals and can also be supervisors under the proposed norms.

Why study part-time PhD programs?

A part time PhD program is something that has become useful for many individuals who want to pursue PhD along with some other job. It gives flexibility to a student to keep doing something that he/ she loves while studying and researching for a PhD. The other benefits of part time PhD program are listed below:

The students don’t have to limit their research work to the university/ college. In part time PhD programs, you will be allowed to conduct study and research off-campus.
In a part-time Ph.D. program, you don’t have to worry about time limitations. You can complete the course and can write the Thesis at your own pace.
The candidates won’t have to abide by all the decisions made by the faculty and supervisors.
For individuals who want to teach, a part-time PhD program is highly beneficial as they gain many years of teaching while they finish up their Ph.D. program.
The course fee of a part time Ph.D. program is less than the full time PhD program.

Part-time PhD: Duration

The enrolled students of the Part-Time Ph.D. program are expected to complete the program in 4 years after the doctoral registration. It may be extended with the due approvals.

For Category I Candidates: The first year will be spent on the doctoral coursework and the remaining years of the program for completing subsequent steps leading to the doctoral thesis.
For Category II Candidates: In the first year, the Part-Time Ph.D. program students will be required to attend the domain-related master-level courses that are prescribed by the School Research Committee. The doctoral coursework will commence from the second year onwards.

Part-time PhD: Admission Process

No matter what type of Ph.D. program it is, whether it is a part time or an online accelerated Ph.D. program, they can be competitive and the candidate will want to make sure that their application stands out to the admissions committee. The first step is making sure that you meet the requirements and include all the necessary documentation. The following is the step-by-step admission process with the necessary documents.

Application and fee: Candidates must fill the application form of their chosen college/university and choose their specialization and field of research.
College transcripts: Fill out the application form with all the necessary details and upload your transcripts as proof of your graduation and post-graduation.
Test scores: Many colleges and universities use GRE or GMAT scores to determine whether you have what it takes to succeed in a Ph.D. program. If you’re an international applicant, you may also need TOEFL exam scores to demonstrate your proficiency in the English language.
Letters of reference: These should come from academic or professional colleagues who can attest to your commitment and character. Nearly two to three letters may be required.
Personal statement or research proposal: This is your chance to communicate your study goals with the admission faculty. That way, the institute can determine whether your interests align with the expertise of the faculty.

Part-time PhD: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates need to satisfy the following criteria to be eligible for admission to the Part-Time Ph.D. program. Candidates who are not meeting the eligibility criteria need not apply to the school in concern.

The student should be working in an organization that encourages and facilitates research.
Candidates must have a bachelor's and master's degree in any stream to be eligible for Part time Ph.D. Admission.
The candidate should have a minimum of one year of work experience in any related field.
The aspiring candidate should furnish a "consent & No objection certificate" from his/her parent organization.

Part-time Ph.D.: Top Colleges in India

A significant number of top universities/colleges across the country offer Part-time Ph.D. programs to candidates. Some of the top colleges offering Part-time Ph.D. programs are given below.

College Name	Fees (INR)
	1,50,000
	3,23,000
	26,500
	39,800
	1,06,900
	48,000
	3,85,000
	4,80,000
	33,170
	22,700

Part-Time PhD Bangalore

The candidates who intend to pursue PhD must meet the following criteria:

They must hold a Master’s degree in order to be eligible for admission into a doctoral program.
To secure admission to reputable universities, the candidate must clear All-India examinations National Eligibility Test for Lectureship (NET) conducted by NTA. Final year students appearing for the qualifying exam can also apply for the examination provided they submit attested copies of their qualifying degree certificates.

College Name	PhD Courses available	Average Fees
	Engineering, Humanities, Science, Language, Management.	-
	Computer Science	75,000
	Management	-
	Management	-

Part time PhD: IIT

Name of the Colleges	Course	Average Fees
	PhD in Engineering PhD in Science	INR 15,000
	PhD in Engineering PhD in Science PhD in Humanities	INR 9,100
	PhD in Engineering PhD in Earth Science	INR 12,700
	PhD in Engineering	-

Part-Time PhD from IIT Delhi

IIT Delhi offers part-time PhD in 24 courses. Qualification for part-time PhD remains the same as that for full-time PhD, except that the requirement of qualifying for a national exam is waived. To be eligible for part-time PhD from IIT Delhi, a candidate must meet the following criteria:

Only employees of Public Sector Undertakings or Government Departments Research and Development Organizations, or Private Industries (approved by Faculty Boards) are eligible for admission to these programs.
There is a certain minimum full-time experience required after obtaining the qualifying degree in part-time PhD as well. It is tabulated below.

Qualifications	Work Experience (Post-Qualification)
M.E./M.Tech or equivalent	Nil
B.E/B.Tech or equivalent from CFTIs/Central Universities	1 year
B.E./B.Tech or equivalent and working in IIT Delhi	1 year
B.E./B.Tech or equivalent from institutions other than CFTIs/Central Universities	2 years

Part-Time PhD from IIM

Out of all IIMs, part-time PhD is offered only in IIM-Jammu. The admission process is simple:

A written test is conducted for those who do not have a valid CAT/GRE/GMAT/JRF score
Then a personal interview is conducted to further screen the number of candidates.
Following the PI, a merit list is released on the basis of admission criteria and PI evaluation.

The candidate must have the following qualifications in order to be eligible for admission in IIM Jammu:

A Master's Degree or a 5-year Integrated Master’s Degree in any discipline, with at least 60 percent marks in the Bachelor’s as well as in the Master’s degree.
A professional qualification like CA, ICWA, CS, with at least 50 percent marks
A four-year/8 semester Bachelor's degree with at least 6.5 CGPA or equivalent marks.

There is no upper age limit for the candidate. The candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of work experience at the supervisory or above level in Government, autonomous bodies, research centers, PSUs, educational institutes, or private organizations.

Bharathiar university Part-Time PhD

Bharathiar University offers part-time PhD in 36 courses. Admission to Bharathiar University is based on the Common Eligibility Test (CET) conducted by the University between June and July followed by a personal interview.

Only candidates who have passed from a relevant P.G. degree with 55% aggregate are eligible for admission.
Candidates who have cleared the UGC NET/CSIR NET/SLET/GATE/SET or are Scientists working in DRDO/ Faculty of Air Force Administrative College, teacher fellowship holders are exempted from giving the CET.

The total fee for a part-time PhD is INR 21,000. The total duration for completing PhD is 4-6 years (for PG students) and 3-5 years (for M.Phil students).

IGNOU Part-Time PhD

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) offers distance PhD courses in subjects like Anthropology, Biochemistry, Computer Science, French, Psychology and many more. Candidates applying for PhD courses have to fulfill certain eligibility criteria mentioned below for your reference,

Candidates must have completed post graduation in the relevant discipline.
Candidates must have secured a minimum of 55% in post-graduation.
Candidates who have cleared M.Phil, along with the course work or have cleared NET need not appear for the IGNOU entrance exam.

Part-time PhD Courses in India

Some of the Part-Time PhD courses offered by the colleges and universities in India are listed below in the table:

Course	Average Annual Fees
	INR 10,000 to 2,75,000
	INR 10,000 to 2,75,000
	INR 3,000 to 25,000
	INR 20,000 to 30,000
	INR 10,000 to 1,00,000
	INR 20,000 to 2,50,000
	30,000 to 3,00,000
	INR 5,00,000 to 1,60,000
	INR 48,000 to 1,60,000
	INR 50,000 to 1,00,000

Part time PhD: Computer Science Courses

Name of the Colleges	Eligibility
	50% aggregate in Post Graduation
	50% aggregate in Post Graduation
	50% aggregate in Post Graduation
	50% aggregate in Post Graduation

Part time PhD: Management Courses

Name of the Colleges	Eligibility
	50% aggregate in Post Graduation
	50% aggregate in Post Graduation
	50% aggregate in Post Graduation
	50% aggregate in Post Graduation
	50% aggregate in Post Graduation

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Part-time phd: job opportunities.

Executives that earn their doctoral degrees can get hired in the following professions:

Job Roles	Descriptions	Average Annual Salary Package
Chief Executive Officer	A Chief Executive Officer is responsible for creating an environment and culture that focuses on fulfilling the company’s mission, vision, and values.	INR 29,89,350
Chief Operating Officer	Chief Operating Officers design, plan and implements business strategies, plans and procedures, and set comprehensive goals for business growth and success.	INR 29,57,785
Professional Consultant	The duties of a professional consultant include discussing issues with clients, making recommendations, demonstrating favorable results, providing a high standard of customer service, and taking part in client meetings.	INR 3,39,731
Academic Professor	Academic Professors are responsible for developing curricula and delivering course material, conducting research, fieldwork, and investigations, and writing up reports.	INR 16,50,000
Vice President of Marketing	Vice presidents of marketing are responsible to get the word out about their company’s products, services and deals.	INR 1,49,067

Part-time PhD: Facilities to Scholars

The students will be provided accommodation on campus for the first 2 years of the program.
The residential expenses will have to be paid by the scholars separately as per the prevalent rate, and mess expenses as per the actual.

Part-time PhD: Scope

The scope of the Part-time PhD program is very wide and after completing Part-time PhD program, candidates can get so many best opportunities in many fields anywhere in the world. The scopes of this course are:

The government, as well as the private sector, has started investing in the area of R&D, so there is a huge scope for the students after doing a program in Part-Time PhD.
If you want to be in the teaching line then after doing Part-Time PhD you can apply for directors, or for HOD post in any science college
If you want to go for a government job then you have many options like ISRO, DRDO, CSIR, Researcher, and scientist etc.
From the financial sector to the public sector, now PhDs are found everywhere as they are not limited to work only in the zone of academia.

Also, there is a chance for Part-Time Ph.D. graduates to work in other countries.

Ques. Do Part Time PhD Programmes exist?

Ans . Yes, the part time PhD programmes do exist. Universities and colleges know that many people have packed schedules. To accommodate busy students, some institutes give the option of part-time enrollment in the PhD programs online or on-campus.

Ques. How Part Time PhD Degree Programmess do Work?

Ans. To graduate from a part-time doctoral program, a student needs to do the same work that they would for a full-time course of study. They will simply spread the work out over a longer stretch of time. The first portion of your program will likely be devoted to the classes. If a student enrolled on a part-time basis, they will probably keep their course load light instead of taking multiple classes at once.

Ques. How long does it take to do a part time PhD programme?

Ans . How long it takes to complete your part time scheduled PhD programme is largely up to you and how much you can commit to your studies at any point in time.

You may find that there are some seasons in which you’re able to invest a good portion of your time and other seasons as well when you’re only able to do the bare minimum to keep going.

Ques. Should I take on too many part time PhD students?

Ans. Most universities prefer not to take on too many part-time PhD students because statistically, the success rate is very low. With reduced access to the university or college facilities and staff, distractions from work, and so many years in which to lose motivation and direction, most part-time students give up and never achieve their PhD degrees.

Ques. Is it possible to study PhD program part time and work full time?

Ans. Plenty of people do this. However, the students have to be prepared to sacrifice much of your free time. Taking two classes a semester will consume nearly 20 hours of your time, not including travel time. Remember you will be reading up to 200 pages in a week, conducting research, writing papers, making presentations, attending class and participating in the discussion, and take exams. While each class may not include all these factors but many will.

Ques. Is it possible to enter a traditional academic career after the completion of a part time PhD programme?

Ans . Yes, it's possible, but a doctorate is only one element of an academic career. First, only the most dynamic doctorates land academic positions, especially in the research universities and colleges with tenure-track positions, thus it is essential as a doctoral student to cultivate a professional reputation, and that means participating in departmental duties as a teaching and research assistant, and attending and participating in professional conferences.

Ques. Which is better, a part-time PhD with a job or a full-time Ph.D.?

Ans. Do PhD programme when you are fully convinced and ready for the topic and research methodology of research yourself after successful completion of bachelor's or master's degree and project on the same subject or interdisciplinary subject. The foundation of the right education and knowledge is mandatory and very helpful. Asking for a guide for topic and methodology is disastrous. The role of a guide is to supervise the smooth run of the research project and nothing much. Hence, the question of part-time or full time PhD program does not arise.

Ques. What is the schedule of part-time Phd programme students at IIFT Delhi college; do the students have to attend the classes regularly?

Ans. The classes for both full time and part time PhD students happen during the weekends. The full time students of PhD program get an opportunity to carry out field visits and projects during the weekdays.

Ques. When are the classes for a part-time PhD conducted at IIT Delhi college?

Ans . Both part time and full time students study in the same class. The majority of the classes are the part of morning slot from 8 AM to 2 PM, there are classes in the evening as well. Some guest faculties do classes over the weekend.

Ques. Can we do a part time PhD programme in IIT Bombay?

Ans. Yes you can. IIT-Bombay will call two times per year. You can apply for the same and can attend a written test and/or interview.

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Will the university grants commission’s move to remove the mandatory requirement to publish a research paper reduce pressure on doctoral scholars what led to the need to introduce new rules how have the latest regulations been received.

November 13, 2022 10:52 pm | Updated November 14, 2022 07:05 pm IST

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The story so far: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has made sweeping changes in its latest regulations governing the award of PhDs. Important changes such as abolishing of MPhils, relaxing course work for obtaining PhDs and allowing candidates to register for a PhD after finishing four years of a graduation programme, have been seen as steps that could lead to diminishing academic rigour as well as impediments to inclusivity in higher education.

What are the key changes?

The UGC on November 7, 2022 notified the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedures for Award of PhD Degree) Regulations, 2022. One of the notable changes it made was to the evaluation and assessment criteria for the award of the degree, where it has waived the need to mandatorily publish a research paper in a peer-reviewed journal. This is accompanied by completely abolishing MPhil, which has been a gateway for PhD programmes, in line with the recommendation in the National Education Policy 2020. The eligibility criteria for admissions too have been revised, and a candidate can register after completing a one-year (or two semester) master’s degree programme after a four-year (or 8-semester) bachelor’s degree programme or a two-year (or four-semester) master’s degree programme after a three-year bachelor’s degree programme with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade.

There are also important changes to course work. Earlier, the description of course work candidates needed to finish was more detailed, with at least four credits assigned to courses on research methodology. Candidates were also required to finish this either in the first semester, or by the second semester. Only candidates who were awarded MPhil or had completed their MPhil were exempted. But the new regulations leave it more open ended and says that all PhD scholars “shall be required to train in teaching/ education/ pedagogy/ writing related to their chosen PhD subject.” They can also now be assigned 4-6 hours per week of teaching/research assistantship for conducting tutorial, or laboratory work and evaluations.

The UGC now also allows part-time PhDs, a practice that was disallowed under the 2009 and 2016 regulations.

How will research scholars be evaluated under the new regulations?

PhD scholars will be required to undertake research work after completing their course work, make a presentation and produce a draft dissertation or thesis. If the evaluation of the submission is satisfactory, the candidate will have to defend the thesis in a public viva voce. They will not have to publish a research paper in refereed journal and make two paper presentations in conferences or seminars before submitting the thesis. The Chairman of UGC M. Jagadesh Kumar says that while publishing a paper in a peer-reviewed journal is not mandatory anymore in order to curb unethical practices such as pay-to-publish or plagiarism, students should be motivated and trained to publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences. He says that a one-size-fits-all approach is not desirable as doctorals in computer science prefer presenting their papers at conferences rather than publishing them in journals. Former UGC Chairman and Ambedkarite, Sukhdaeo Thorat, welcomed the move to discontinue publishing papers in journals as it would often lead poor candidates to pay to get published like their peers, as well as put them at a disadvantage as they wouldn’t have contacts to get published. However, Jamia Milia Islamia Professor Furqan Qamar says that while these concerns are valid, there is a need to provide enhanced and cost-effective opportunities to the researcher to publish as there is a limited availability of quality journals but far more researchers. He cites from the Scopus database of scientific publications for 2020 to point out that India accounted for only 4.52% of total research papers in the world though it accounts for 12% of the global faculty pool.

Are there other concerns?

Experts like Professor Thorat say that discontinuing MPhils, along with the introduction of four-year BA course and 2-year MA course with multiple exits will hurt socially disadvantaged groups who may not be able to pay for longer-duration courses and may have to exit earlier, which will put them at a disadvantage in the job market. He adds that while a four-year Bachelors course will allow some students to pursue Masters abroad without studying for one more year, others will be discriminated against. Though UGC says the move is intended to attract younger students for research.

There are also concerns over diminishing scholarships and fellowships to support PhD scholars as well as severe shortage of teachers, impacting the number of research supervisors available.

“Until the 2009 regulations were notified, the award of PhDs, their evaluation, course-work was not regulated. Part-time PhDs were also widely prevalent. In 2016, these were strengthened and publishing a paper in peer-reviewed journals was made mandatory. However, the changes being brought in the latest regulations take us back to the pre-2009 era,” says Professor Qamar.

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A PhD is one of the highest degrees of qualification pursued by those aiming to master a certain discipline and aspire towards a career in research or academia! Studying for a PhD requires massive commitment as it is not a perfectly structured course but needs the scholar to spend extensive time studying, researching and then finally working on their thesis. As it demands total commitment and a greater amount of time and effort, students popularly opt for a full-time PhD. But for working professionals or those with time restraints, there are several options available for part-time PhD to choose from. This blog brings you a detailed guide on Part time PhD, the best programs and universities you can choose from as well as the admission process you must know about!

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Part time phd overview, part time phd eligibility, part time phd programs, fees for popular part time phd courses in india, popular universities for part-time phd abroad, top 10 part time phd colleges in india, part time vs regular phd.

Part-time PhD is the best option if you are a working professional aiming to steer towards a career in research or academia or to broaden your career horizons. A part-time PhD would enable you to acquire your doctorate degree while pursuing a full-time job. It is of a longer duration spanning around 6 to 8 years while a regular doctoral degree might be somewhere between 3 to 5 years. Studying a part-time PhD, you can work on your research thesis at your own pace but you would have to stay in constant touch with your professors and doctorate scholars as well. Part-time PhDs are becoming increasingly popular in the present day since it offers both the benefits of being financially stable and getting higher educational qualifications at the same time.

Important: UGC Guidelines for Part-Time PhD

The eligibility criteria for both part time and full-time PhD are quite similar. Here are some of the general requirements for pursuing a part-time doctoral degree:

The candidate should have completed their master’s degree from a recognised university or institution with the minimum marks specified by the university you are applying at.
Qualifying UGC NET is a compulsory criterion for PhD admission in some institutions in India, while others may hold entrance tests prior to the interview.
For candidates who want to pursue their part-time PhD abroad, they need to clear the GRE as well as language proficiency exams like IELTS , TOEFL , etc. You will also be required to submit a Statement of Purpose (SOP) .
Additionally, they need to send a research proposal on their preferred topic of research along with Letters of Recommendation (LORs) from at least two of their former faculty members to be considered for admission
All candidates have to pass a round of interviews before being admitted to enrol for the degree

Although it is pursued by research scholars across all streams of study, there are some specific disciplines which are more popular among applicants. Below are some of the popular streams for Part time PhD programs you can consider:

Stream	Popular subjects for Part Time PhD
Humanities	PhD in Linguistics PhD in History PhD in Inter-religious Studies PhD in Cultural, Literary and Postcolonial Studies
Science	PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology PhD in Geosciences PhD in Macromolecular Chemistry
Law	PhD in Legal Studies PhD in International Law PhD in Administrative Law PhD in Dispute Resolution
Engineering	Sciences PhD in Material Science and Engineering PhD in PhD in Naval Architecture
Business and Management	PhD in Business Administration PhD in Entrepreneurship and Innovativeness PhD in Business and Management PhD in Company Management and Economics PhD in Law and Business

Universities in India offer some of these popular courses, whose fees are mentioned below.


PhD in Computer Science	INR 10,000 to INR 2.75 lakh
PhD in Management	INR 10,000 to INR 2.75 lakh
PhD in English Literature	INR 10,000 to INR 1 lakh
PhD in Legal Studies	INR 20k to INR 2.5 lakh
PhD in History	INR 50k to INR 1 lakh

Now that you know about some of the most popular PhD programs, it is essential to explore the top universities for your chosen course to get the best research opportunities and exposure for your doctoral degree. Here are the popular universities in the world you must consider:


	United Kingdom
	United Kingdom
The University of Technology Sydney	Australia
	United Kingdom
	United States
Brno University of Technology	Czech Republic
	Spain
Swiss School of Business and Management	Switzerland
	Hong Kong
Kent Business School	United Kingdom

If you are looking for the best colleges for a part-time PhD in India, check out the list we have mentioned below for you:

BITS Pilani
Amrita University
Delhi Technological University
Himalayan University
Dr. BR Ambedkar University
Andhra University
Bharathiar University

Career Options

A PhD opens up various career options irrespective of whether you have pursued it full-time or part-time. Doctorate scholars commonly explore career opportunities in research and academic and can find teaching prospects in colleges, universities and research centres. You can also discover job prospects in the corporate sector which offer higher salary packages and lucrative career profiles. Here are some of the career options if you have completed PhD:

Assistant Professor
Guest Lecturer
Associate Professor
Subject Matter Expert
Academic Content Developer
Research Assistant
Curriculum Designing Expert
Business Consultant

The following is the Average Annual Salary Package for several job profiles.


Chief Executive Officer	INR 30 lakh
Academic Professor	INR 16.5 lakh
Professional Consultant	INR 3.4 lakh
Chief Operating Officer	INR 30 lakh

Yes, part time PhD is valid. It is accepted and recognised by the academic community and employers.

A part time PhD usually spans from 6 to 8 years.

The minimum duration of part-time PhD is 4 years.

Hope this blog was helpful in clearing all your doubts regarding part time PhD. Want to pursue a PhD but confused regarding which university to choose? Our Leverage Edu experts are here to guide you the best university in the field of your choice and we will also assist you throughout the admission process. Sign up for a free counselling session with us today!

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Is Ph.D in yoga available (part time)

what are part time commerce programme available for PhD

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Part time PhD is available for several commerce programmes. Below we have mentioned some of them:

1. PhD in Business Administration 2. PhD in Business and Management 3. PhD in Law and Business 4. PhD in Entrepreneurship and Innovativeness 5. PhD in Company Management and Economics 6. PhD in English 7. PhD in Economics

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In addition, Departments may set specific admission criteria for shortlisting. Meeting the minimum eligibility qualifications does not guarantee admission into the PhD program. Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for an admission test, which may comprise a written exam and/or interview. Information on specific Departments and related research activities is available on the Department homepage of respective campuses.

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MAHE Manipal offers PhD programs in various disciplines through its constituent institutions & departments, under

Faculty of Health Sciences
Faculty of Science, Technology & Management
Faculty of Humanities, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

The main objective of a PhD program is to not only contribute to the domain but also enable the researcher to develop the competency of conducting research individually or in a group later on. MAHE Manipal encourages research in interdisciplinary areas and the academic program leading to the PhD degree involves course credit requirement and timely research progress presentations, ultimately leading to thesis submission on satisfactory fulfillment of submission requirements. All institutes / departments under MAHE Manipal are well equipped with research facilities.

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for admission to PhD programmes under full-time & part-time schemes of MAHE Manipal. Click here to apply for Dr. T.M.A. Pai Scholarship, Part-time PhD program for Working Professionals and Self-sponsored category.

Eligibility

All candidates MUST have obtained a qualifying degree in full-time mode and

a candidate seeking admission to the PhD program MUST fulfill the following eligibility criteria

Indian Qualifications


A 1-year/2-semester master's degree programme from an institution / university recognized by UGC / respective regulatory body after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme OR A 2-year/4-semester master’s degree programme from an institution / university recognized by UGC / respective regulatory body after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme OR Equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution recognized by the Regulatory body in that country	60% marks in aggregate or its equivalent in master degree
4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme from an institution / university recognized by UGC / respective regulatory body	75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade
MBBS/BDS/PharmD degree from an institution / university recognized by UGC / respective regulatory body	60% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade

Foreign Qualifications

Candidates with Master’s degrees or equivalent from foreign universities will have to produce a certificate or recognition / equivalency by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) / Commonwealth Universities / International Association of Universities (IAU), as equivalent to the corresponding Indian degrees for the purpose of higher studies.

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